# India takes battle against junk food to shops near schools

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- Reuters, 2026-09-24 06:45 UTC
- Health
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/world/india/india-takes-battle-against-junk-food-shops-near-schools-2026-09-24/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6ab4c6f5f43c0f000136bd2f

> India is moving closer to rules that would restrict sales of foods high in fat and sugar within 50 metres of schools. The proposal is the latest effort to curb junk-food consumption as obesity rates rise, particularly among children.

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